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Safe Line Speeds in Meat and Poultry Plants during COVID-19

This act aims to protect workers and food safety in meat and poultry establishments during the COVID-19 pandemic. It suspends increases in production line speeds and mandates reporting on actions taken to protect health and safety. This ensures citizens can be confident in safer food and better working conditions for employees.
Key points
Suspension of increased line speeds in meat and poultry establishments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Halting new inspection systems that could lead to faster work.
Prohibition of using public funds for activities that would increase line speeds.
Requirement for reports on actions taken to protect animal, food, and worker safety.
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Additional Information
Safe Line Speeds in COVID–19 Act
Print number: HR 1815
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-11